We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Oakville, Ontario in a contract-to-permanent opportunity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can support accurate financial reporting, strengthen month-end activities, and work effectively across multiple finance functions. The successful candidate will bring strong reconciliation expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Record and post journal entries to maintain an accurate and up-to-date general ledger.
• Perform bank, balance sheet, and account reconciliations while identifying and resolving outstanding items promptly.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and supporting timely completion of deliverables.
• Maintain well-organized accounting records and supporting files to ensure audit readiness and documentation accuracy.
• Examine financial activity for completeness, consistency, and compliance with internal accounting practices and reporting requirements.
• Prepare financial reports and provide support in the development of financial statements and related analysis.
• Investigate variances, research discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions to improve accuracy in financial results.
• Partner with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, and controlling teams to coordinate information and resolve accounting issues.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by gathering documentation and responding to finance-related inquiries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including hands-on involvement with month-end close activities.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliation processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using SAP or a comparable ERP system.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and solve problems effectively.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail when managing financial records.
• Ability to work under tight timelines and adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced business environment.
• CPA designation, or active progress toward completion, would be considered an asset.

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